Breaking down the bedroom projects

In spite of some serious efforts this weekend, I'm not quite finished with the bedroom. I need to make a few more tweaks but I'm feeling good about it. (I even broke my personal rule of photographing rooms only during daylight hours to show you...but its not the most accurate portrayal of the color. Ill have some better photos for you next week.)

If you remember last week's post, I put together my ideas. I decided to add yellows and grays to the existing color scheme and now that I see in the flesh, I love it. No surprise that I like the grays, creams and blues (since that is everywhere else in my house) but the pop of yellow adds just what I wanted in here. I know this color scheme may not be for everyone but its exactly what I imagined so Im really happy with it.But lets talk about some of the details. First off for the walls. I randomly found this fabulous vintage photo on flickr and wanted to use it somehow. So I got out some paintbrushes and did my best in recreating it in acrylics with a twist on the colors.Hardly a masterpiece, I think its a fun way to subtlely personalize the space with something I did by hand. I'm not convinced its location over the bed is the right place. I might switch this around a bit but I'll have to play musical walls this weekend.

Using some of this lovely fabric from Amy Butler, I pulled out the sewing machine to make two pillow cases. Thanks to the those who answered my calls for help on twitter! It really was a simple project - too me about an hour (excluding the time to wash and dry the fabric first)

After a lot of searching, I finally found a dresser I loved. (This was one of the two items I mentioned purchasing at FIND.) I needed something to sit in the space left of the fireplace tohold the cable box so a little bit of additional storage was welcomed as well. I searched forever for a second hand or budget piece of furniture but never found something that didn't have a major issue. Once I spotted this commode, I fell in love. The curvy shape and the slightly distressed finish was exactly what I wanted.After I got it home, I realized just how substantial it was. Its made of a very heavy hardwood and its finish is well applied. So it made me feel better for splurging on it.

So I'm just about there. Its not perfect but its getting close to something I'm happy with. More to come before I call it done. Ill share more details then.

I love the artwork. I saw that print in your previous post, and as a fellow cat owner I think it's adorable! It's wonderful that you have the skills to make a more personal version. The gray/yellow palette seems very "you" and I look forward to seeing the end result!

So pretty! That bedding is to die for. I'm not a big yellow fan - but - seeing it as you have used it is making me start contemplating it for my own bedroom! Thanks for such a wonderful blog - it always feels a little like Christmas morning when I see a new post from you on my Google reader! :)

I love your duvet and your color choices are very soothing. I wouldn't have thought to put the bright yellow in there - it looks great. I'm working on a MBR redo this month and your post gave me some ideas.

i love the room- i have variations of yellow in every room of my home- played up much more prominently in my bedroom- cool gray walls, and a huge pop of yellow art- perfect for a room that's seperate from the rest of the house, and just for us- well, just for me, and my husband you doesn't mind either way :)

my question- the large square frame on the dresser- is that a print, or fabric, or something else?

Beautiful room, the colors all blend so well together and the yellow is the perfect pop needed. Love your artwork! As for the cable box, we have directv and so I was able to buy a remote control that will work through wood and drywall even. So we have our cablebox tucked away behind closed doors, very cool if you like to hide the box that is. Anywho, love it and after seeing the new bedspread you got I think I want to splurge on one for us. We have dark wood furniture and I think it would look fab what do you think? Hugs from Conroe, TX!

this is fantastic! i love the color combination, and i think i might have to borrow some ideas for our bedroom. it's painted a similar color with neutral bedding and i've been thinking about how to "finish" it!

**************The cables are in the wall behind the tv. They snake down to the molding at the left hand side of the fireplace. I know I could hide the box too if I wanted to bother but its not that important its hidden provided the wires can't be seen.**********************

Your accessories are really bringing everything together! I love the paintings over the bed that you just "whipped up" and the dresser and accessories on it on beautiful. I've yet to see one of your spaces that I didn't like.

There are many things that I love about this room but I especially love what you have done with the frame around the TV. Did you repurpose the frame from an old art piece that you found or buy the empty frame from a custom framing store???

Truly looks fabulous. I think that the yellow pillows/print and the duvet just make that room pop.

One question, will you be using the vintage yellow chair you bought at the antique store a while back? I recall it had curvy legs and was a yellow color. I personally liked the yellow in the chair. Plus now it would also just look great in the space.

************littlealexa - yep, I moved that chair in here and the white chair elsewhere. Its just not captured in the photo. The chair is kind of a pukeish yellow and it has some stains but I did my best to clean it up. Eventually it needs to be reupholstered.

leeanderin - The frame around the tv came from an ornate mirror. You can see more about the various projects in this room here (scroll down for the mirror): http://www.brooklynlimestone.com/search/label/bedroom

I love how your room is turning out! Just lovely, with those soothing colors. You're doing a great job, even if it does take awhile. I think planning things out is the fun part sometimes. I've run out of rooms, so I'm in the tweaking stage now.

That night time shot is lovely and moody , I especially love the art above your bed , fantastic , and the hits of yellow are perfect , it really has evolved nicely , just shows others it takes time to find the right pieces , it doesn't happen over night . great job

Incredible. Seriously, you make it all sound so breezy and easy (I know it's not, but I love your writing style!) and I am positively envious. This room is gorgeous. Every detail...I mean, really, you painted those portraits? So great...

Ever feel like your design eye changes as you change? Lately I've been thinking that even though I love my place- it's more who I was two years ago when I moved in than who I am now. Thanks for this fabulous post- extra thanks for the motivation it gave me.

I was in one of my fabric haunts about 1 month ago and was blown away when the ladies were talking about the surge of yellow and greys in home decor. I guess I needed to see it in order to grasp the color together.

You are one talented lady, that's for sure! I love the paintings, love the color scheme and LOVE the frame around the TV. Seeing that frame alone has me reconsidering putting our TV over our fireplace.

I am a lurker on design blogs. Especially when well-intentioned people DIY or design their own rooms. But the photo of this bedroom at night evoked such an emotional response from me, that I came back to next day to tell you. The seductive power of this room has me in its grip. The textures, the simplicity, the handmade, the collected, the colors...oh sweet jesus, the richness and warm of the cool colors. It's truly breathtaking. And will serve as an inspiration for my own bedroom makeover.Why is the bedroom the hardest?

It's looking FABULOUS! I'm a huge fan of yellow and gray (I have one of those Dwell for Target pillows too). Bravo on the artwork too. I really don't know how you find the time to do everything. I've been wanting to break out my paints and brushes forever but can't seem to find the time.

Long, long time reader, first time poster. What I think is so great is that you have found the perfect gray/blue. To me, it's one of the toughest colors to choose and find that perfect balance. Best of luck to you in your bedroom. I can't wait to see the end result!

I love the dresser. The shape is so unique and interesting. Your entire home is filled with such beauty and character! I'd never considered the gray and yellow color scheme before (i'm not a big fan of yellow) but your room turned out so well. I may just have to incorproate this in my own home. Thanks for your inspiration!

You did an awesome job! I love the artwork you did. It makes the room so personal. I'm glad you splurged a bit, Your master bedroom is a great place to spend a few dollars more to have it just the way you want it. Love the yellow pop. It is a wonderful addition. Fabulous, just fabulous!Paula Grace ~

Hi! I'm new to your blog and love it!!! You have a gorgeous home. I was wondering if you would mind listing the details of your bedding. The quilt is from Anthro. Are you using the shams also? What about the sheets and the two smaller yellow pillows? Sorry for so many questions, I just love the whole thing!!

I know this is not a new post, but I love exploring your blog. I just had to tell you how much this space spoke to me! My husband and I are just purchasing our first house and this room embodies most of the ideas I have in my head!